Enterprise Risk Analyst
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
We work within the Service Nova Scotia department. We help citizens and businesses access a variety of government programs and services. We also support the delivery of public sector programs and services by:
- Providing information and technology services;
- Processing financial transactions:
- Auditing government operations;
- Collecting and sharing geographic data;
- Managing major purchases; and
- Supporting government departments and first responders in identifying, planning for and responding to public safety risks and hazards that lead to major service disruptions.
At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business and municipality in Nova Scotia. Our mandate is to design and deliver programs and services to meet the needs of our clients and the public good through a culture of excellence. Service Nova Scotia's vision is to be a recognized leader in service and public protection that delivers trusted, accessible, modern programs, and contributes to Nova Scotia as a safe and desirable place to live, work and do business.
About Our Opportunity
Under the direction of the Manager of Insurance and Risk Management, the Enterprise Risk Analyst is responsible for assisting in the overall risk management and loss prevention strategy for the Province, as well as all Agencies, Boards, and Commissions we service. This is completed by identifying and assessing strategic and operational risks to recommend loss protection programs to mitigate exposures. This includes managing the insurance policies and self-insurance programs for the province, ensuring adequate limits and coverages, and liaising with insurance brokers on renewals and endorsements. The incumbent shall also review insurance certificates for coverage adequacy and advise on contractual wordings related to public tenders. The successful proponent will research and provide and trending analysis as it relates to claims history, providing advice for ongoing risk mitigation.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field with a minimum of five years experience, or a master’s degree in business administration or a related field and three years of related experience. Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) or Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) or Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation is required. Must have and maintain a valid class 5 driver’s license. At the cost of the Crown, the incumbent shall submit a satisfactory criminal record check and current driver’s abstract before hire.
Innovative solutions are required when providing solutions to risk exposures. The successful proponent shall remain current with all industry, legislative, and legal standards as it relates to insurance and risk management. They shall keep abreast of trends and practices and have an in-depth knowledge of the Public Highways Act and the Insurance Act. The incumbent shall possess superb interpersonal and communication skills, possess a strong teamwork ethic, and show initiative.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: [Benefits for government employees](https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbeta.novascotia.ca%2Fdocuments%2Fbenefits- government- employees&data=05%7C02%7CSteven.Crichton%40novascotia.ca%7Ce7b80a1265644e9bbaf208dc4f2350f6%7C8eb23313ce754345a56a297a2412b4db%7C0%7C0%7C638472260294634357%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=W5trJ8D0c04XsMpypgpGzwnvibMjEcOJ6f4judvg5Cc%3D&reserved=0).
Additional Information
This is a full-time temporary vacancy with a projected end date near the end of June, 2026. Note that the appointment status is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate and the overall duration of the position is accordance with the collective agreement.
What We Offer
- Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- Department specific flexible working schedules
Enterprise Risk Analyst
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
We work within the Service Nova Scotia department. We help citizens and businesses access a variety of government programs and services. We also support the delivery of public sector programs and services by:
- Providing information and technology services;
- Processing financial transactions:
- Auditing government operations;
- Collecting and sharing geographic data;
- Managing major purchases; and
- Supporting government departments and first responders in identifying, planning for and responding to public safety risks and hazards that lead to major service disruptions.
At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business and municipality in Nova Scotia. Our mandate is to design and deliver programs and services to meet the needs of our clients and the public good through a culture of excellence. Service Nova Scotia's vision is to be a recognized leader in service and public protection that delivers trusted, accessible, modern programs, and contributes to Nova Scotia as a safe and desirable place to live, work and do business.
About Our Opportunity
Under the direction of the Manager of Insurance and Risk Management, the Enterprise Risk Analyst is responsible for assisting in the overall risk management and loss prevention strategy for the Province, as well as all Agencies, Boards, and Commissions we service. This is completed by identifying and assessing strategic and operational risks to recommend loss protection programs to mitigate exposures. This includes managing the insurance policies and self-insurance programs for the province, ensuring adequate limits and coverages, and liaising with insurance brokers on renewals and endorsements. The incumbent shall also review insurance certificates for coverage adequacy and advise on contractual wordings related to public tenders. The successful proponent will research and provide and trending analysis as it relates to claims history, providing advice for ongoing risk mitigation.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field with a minimum of five years experience, or a master’s degree in business administration or a related field and three years of related experience. Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) or Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) or Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation is required. Must have and maintain a valid class 5 driver’s license. At the cost of the Crown, the incumbent shall submit a satisfactory criminal record check and current driver’s abstract before hire.
Innovative solutions are required when providing solutions to risk exposures. The successful proponent shall remain current with all industry, legislative, and legal standards as it relates to insurance and risk management. They shall keep abreast of trends and practices and have an in-depth knowledge of the Public Highways Act and the Insurance Act. The incumbent shall possess superb interpersonal and communication skills, possess a strong teamwork ethic, and show initiative.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: [Benefits for government employees](https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbeta.novascotia.ca%2Fdocuments%2Fbenefits- government- employees&data=05%7C02%7CSteven.Crichton%40novascotia.ca%7Ce7b80a1265644e9bbaf208dc4f2350f6%7C8eb23313ce754345a56a297a2412b4db%7C0%7C0%7C638472260294634357%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=W5trJ8D0c04XsMpypgpGzwnvibMjEcOJ6f4judvg5Cc%3D&reserved=0).
Additional Information
This is a full-time temporary vacancy with a projected end date near the end of June, 2026. Note that the appointment status is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate and the overall duration of the position is accordance with the collective agreement.
What We Offer
- Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- Department specific flexible working schedules